Meaning
A giant is a person or creature of unusually great size or strength.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, giant refers to a person of exceptional size or stature.
The Bible mentions several groups or individuals described as giants or as being of great stature, including the Nephilim, Anakim, and Rephaim.
The term is also used in connection with Goliath and other men noted for their extraordinary size.
Key References
- Genesis 6:4
- Numbers 13:32-33
- Deuteronomy 2:10-11
- Deuteronomy 3:11
- Joshua 11:21-22
- Joshua 14:12-15
- 1 Samuel 17:4-7
- 2 Samuel 21:15-22
- 1 Chronicles 20:4-8
Related Terms
- Nephilim
- Anakim
- Rephaim
- Goliath
- Og
- Canaan
- Philistines